What is the cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi?

The cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi?

The fastest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Hakuba and Kawaguchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Hakuba to Kawaguchi. However, there are services departing from Hakuba-chō and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Hakuba and Kawaguchi?

No, there is no direct train from Hakuba to Kawaguchi. However, there are services departing from Hakuba and arriving at 北赤羽 Kita-Akabane via 新宿 Shinjuku. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Hakuba to Kawaguchi?

The distance between Hakuba and Kawaguchi is 248 km. The road distance is 244.1 km.

How do I travel from Hakuba to Kawaguchi without a car?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 33m and costs ¥4400 - ¥7000.

How long does it take to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Kawaguchi bus from?

Hakuba to Kawaguchi bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Hakuba-chō station.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Kawaguchi train from?

Hakuba to Kawaguchi train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Hakuba station.

Train or bus from Hakuba to Kawaguchi?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs ¥4700 - ¥10000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4300 - ¥6000 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Hakuba to Kawaguchi bus arrive?

Hakuba to Kawaguchi bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Hakuba to Kawaguchi train arrive?

Hakuba to Kawaguchi train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Hakuba to Kawaguchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakuba to Kawaguchi is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Hakuba to Kawaguchi.

Where can I stay near Kawaguchi?

There are 12083+ hotels available in Kawaguchi.

Hakuba to Kawaguchi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Ski bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchi by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hakuba-Happo bus terminal to Nagano stationbus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
3h 33m
¥4,441–7,008
Drive 244.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hakuba to Kawaguchicar 244.1 km
3h 31m
¥4,239–6,123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hakuba-chō to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
5h 52m
¥4,775–9,578
Train
1. Take the train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
4h 6m
¥4,323–5,616
Ski bus
1. Take the bus from Happo Bus Terminal to Tokyo Station Kajibashibus
6h 42m
¥7,330–11,470

Hakuba to Kawaguchi by bus and train

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3h 33mAverage Duration

¥4,441Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.2 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Hakuba, Japan and Kawaguchi, Japan?

ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Hakuba-chō to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,500–9,500 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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